Audi A3 Valuation: 4,784 used car listings analysed

Looking for a used version of the top-selling Audi A3?

Audi A3 offers fantastic driving comfort and its design has received various awards. AutoUncle presents an impressive 5,179 options in the UK, each one gathered from an online marketplace or dealership website.

What is the price of a used Audi A3?

A used Audi A3 costs between £3,295 for the cheapest variant and £32,495 for the most expensive model.

The used car price of an Audi A3 is determined by a number of factors, the most important of which are production year, engine size and power, fuel economy, how many miles it has travelled along with the level of equipment in the car.

For example, a younger car with fewer miles on the odometer typically costs more. Likewise, models at the premium end with luxurious features or potent engines tend to come with a more substantial price tag than, for example, an older car without special equipment and with many kilometres behind it.

What equipment levels can you get the Audi A3 with?

The Audi A3 offers an array of trim levels to suit varying driver preferences and needs. The most popular ones are:

• Audi A3 S-Line: Right now you will find 2,083 cars for sale at an average price of £18,906
• Audi A3 Sport: Here you will find 1,177 cars for sale at an average price of £12,976
• Audi A3 Black Edition: 788 cars for sale at an average price of £25,222
• Audi A3 Comfort: 219 cars for sale at an average price of £22,770
• Audi A3 Design: 97 cars for sale at an average price of £18,978
• Audi A3 Advanced: 31 cars for sale at an average price of £23,207

When assessing the price of a used Audi A3, it's essential to examine vehicles sharing identical trim level. Otherwise, you might draw an inaccurate conclusion about which car to acquire.

Is the Audi A3 available with multiple fuel options?

Petrol is the foremost fuel option for the Audi A3.

Available fuel options for Audi A3:

• Audi A3 petrol: 3,832 cars currently available with an average price of £19,762
• Audi A3 diesel: 1,347 cars currently available with an average price of £10,994

Factor in your driving habits when making a decision about fuel types. Do you generally drive in city conditions or on open highways and motorways? What is your average weekly mileage count?

For short journeys, electric cars, plug-in hybrids or petrol cars are obvious choices. If you have a daily commute over longer distances, a modern electric car can be a great choice - especially if you have access to charging at home or at work. In a few cases with long journeys and limited charging infrastructure, diesel can be a practical solution. Note that diesel engines with significant emissions have faced entry bans in cities across numerous countries.

Are there more body variants of Audi A3?

Hatchback is the preferred body type amongst drivers of the Audi A3. Hatchbacks are compact cars that pair great driving with the flexibility of having space. High fuel efficiency makes hatchbacks popular with people living in cities, as does the fact that they’re easy to park.

What is the price difference between Audi A3 with different body styles?

• Audi A3 hatchback: 2,947 cars - average price £17,261
• Audi A3 sedan: 1,118 cars - average price £20,887
• Audi A3 cabriolet](https://www.autouncle.co.uk/en-gb/used-cars/Audi/A3/b-convertible): 89 cars - average price £9,014
• Audi A3 suv: 1 car - average price £32,980

Which competing cars might be worth considering?

While being really popular, the Audi A3 has some competitors.

Most popular choices as an alternative to the Audi A3

• Vauxhall Corsa
• Ford Focus
• VW Golf VIII

With a selection of 9,613 available models on AutoUncle, the Vauxhall Corsa clearly stands out as the top alternative to the Audi A3. On average, the Vauxhall Corsa costs £9,999.

Another popular choice in this class is the Ford Focus with 7,767 cars on the market and an average price tag of £9,596. Another good choice for an alternative car is the VW Golf VIII with 4,999 cars for sale for the average price of £21,493.

In pursuit of a more sustainable counterpart to the Audi A3?

If your choice is not strictly limited to the Audi A3 then, here is a list of recommended electric vehicles in the same car segment. Below are:

• Nissan Leaf
• MG MG4 EV
• Kia e-Niro

Haven't spotted the perfect electric car yet? Examine our full lineup of electric cars here.